Drew Barrymore was on-hand to catch up with friends Eva Mendes and Hilary Swank at a Dewar’s Signature-hosted bash at the Brentwood, Calif., home of Fighter producer David Hoberman. Dressed in a sequined skirt, top and blazer, Barrymore was a bundle of energy as she made her way through the party with a male friend. She immediately ran into Terrence Howard, whom she kissed on the cheek.

Apart from all the conversation, there was food – plenty of it – catered by Animal, an L.A. hotspot. Guests enjoyed passed appetizers, including mini-lobster rolls, scallops with warm truffle vinaigrette and blistered tomatoes, lamb meatballs with mint and tomato, and much more.

There were cocktails (see below for a recipe), and plenty of sweets for dessert, including a sticky toffee pudding cake and a mini-bacon chocolate crunch bar.

Equally sweet: the couples who mingled at the bash. Swank and her agent beau John Campisi had their arms wrapped around each other all night. Swank also greeted Barrymore with a big hug and raved about the food.

And Sean Penn, ever the gentleman, shared his jacket with Mendes, with whom he was chatting in the backyard, after she got a bit chilly.

Curious about what the stars drank? Sample the Dewar’s White Label Smash cocktail, which was served at the party: